BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE FROM 1941

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I love experimenting with vintage recipes and this one from my 1941 cook book did not disappoint. It was easy to make and it was beyond good! I hope you'll try this recipe.

Provided by Elaine Bovender

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 c elbow macaroni cooked according to package directions
1 1/2 c white sauce (recipe to follow)
1 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese
buttered crumbs
WHITE SAUCE
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 1/2 c whole milk
salt and pepper to taste (i also used about 1/4 tsp paprika for color)
BUTTERED CRUMBS
1 sleeve round buttery crackers, crushed (i.e. town house)
3 Tbsp melted butter

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 2.75 quart pyrex baking dish with cooking spray or grease lightly with butter. Set aside
  • 2. Cook 1 cup macaroni according to package directions and drain well. Set aside.
  • 3. In a heavy saucepan, melt butter being very careful not to scorch. Add flour and stir well. Slowly pour in milk, salt and pepper and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat an add cheese, stirring until cheese is melted.
  • 4. Add cooked macaroni and fold into cheese sauce. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Combine crushed crackers and butter and sprinkle over the top.
  • 5. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and crumbs are golden.

Shiraz Gul
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This is the best macaroni and cheese casserole I've ever had! It's so creamy and cheesy. I love the crispy breadcrumb topping. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Dj Sham
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I made this macaroni and cheese casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I used a combination of cheddar and mozzarella cheese and it was so cheesy and gooey. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dilawar Ali
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This is a great recipe for a classic macaroni and cheese casserole. It's easy to make and always a hit with the family. I love that I can use different cheeses to change up the flavor.


Zeze Monyela
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I've made this macaroni and cheese casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's so cheesy and comforting. I love that it's a one-dish meal, so it's easy to clean up. I highly recommend this recipe!


Amazia Kyei
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This macaroni and cheese casserole is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use different cheeses to change up the flavor. It's also a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


SHAHEEN UDDIN
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This is the best macaroni and cheese casserole I've ever had! It's so creamy and cheesy. I love the crispy breadcrumb topping. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Najmin Begum
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I made this macaroni and cheese casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I used a combination of cheddar and mozzarella cheese and it was so cheesy and gooey. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nawaz Awan
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This is a great recipe for a classic macaroni and cheese casserole. It's easy to make and always a hit with the family. I love that I can use different cheeses to change up the flavor.


Malik Ashraf
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I've made this macaroni and cheese casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's so cheesy and comforting. I love that it's a one-dish meal, so it's easy to clean up. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sumit Lama
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This macaroni and cheese casserole is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use different cheeses to change up the flavor. It's also a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Cyndia Burkes
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This is the best macaroni and cheese casserole I've ever had! It's so creamy and cheesy. I love the crispy breadcrumb topping. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Ester Omo
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I made this macaroni and cheese casserole for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about it. I used a combination of cheddar and mozzarella cheese and it was so cheesy and gooey. I'll definitely be making this again.


Chukwuma Victor
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This was my first time making a baked macaroni and cheese casserole and it turned out great! The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I used sharp cheddar cheese and it was so flavorful. My family loved it and I'll definitely be making it agai


Odigiri Elizabeth
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I've been making this macaroni and cheese casserole for years and it's always a favorite. It's cheesy, creamy, and so comforting. I love that it's a one-dish meal, so it's easy to clean up. I highly recommend this recipe!


Nirmala Tiwari
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This baked macaroni and cheese casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. The recipe is simple to follow and the ingredients are easy to find. I made it last night and it was a huge success! Everyo